Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Accounting Software, Accounts Receivable, Analysis Skills, Budget Management, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Data Quality, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Establish Priorities, Expense Tracking, File Maintenance, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Audit, Financial Reporting, Fund Accounting, General Ledger Accounting, Journal Entries, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Nonprofit, Organizational Skills, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Time Management, United States Department of Energy (DOE)
Staff Accountant
Texarkana, AR
$45,000–$50,000/year DOE
Express Employment Professionals is partnering with a confidential nonprofit organization in the Texarkana area to hire an experienced Staff Accountant. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys owning the day-to-day accounting process, takes pride in accuracy, and has a strong understanding of financial reporting and journal entry preparation.
This organization is seeking a dependable accounting professional who can work independently, stay organized under deadlines, and help maintain the financial integrity of a mission-focused nonprofit environment.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Handle daily accounting functions and maintain accurate financial records
- Prepare complex journal entries and ensure proper supporting documentation is maintained
- Review and reconcile ledger activity to identify and correct discrepancies
- Assist with monthly financial close processes and reporting deadlines
- Analyze account activity and maintain accuracy across financial data
- Support preparation of internal financial reports and audit documentation
- Monitor cash activity and assist with tracking organizational expenditures
- Process and review accounting transactions for completeness and accuracy
- Assist leadership with budget tracking and financial analysis
- Maintain organized accounting files and supporting records
- Collaborate with internal departments regarding financial questions and reporting needs
- Ensure accounting practices remain compliant with organizational standards and accounting guidelines
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
- Minimum of 2 years of professional accounting experience
- Strong background in preparing journal entries is REQUIRED
- Experience with general ledger maintenance and reconciliations
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
- Strong attention to detail and ability to spot inconsistencies in financial records
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Ability to handle confidential financial information with professionalism
Preferred Background
- Experience working in nonprofit accounting environments
- Exposure to audit preparation and financial reporting
- Knowledge of fund accounting or grant-related reporting is helpful
- CPA track or advanced accounting education is a plus
Why This Opportunity?
- Join a stable and community-focused nonprofit organization
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact behind the scenes
- Professional office environment with long-term potential
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Confidential search managed by Express Employment Professionals
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Express Employment Professionals
As we build lasting relationships with our associates and clients through accountability, integrity, and excellence, we will make a difference in our communities. As a team, we will be moved by compassion, a mindset of gratitude, and a mission to help each other and those we serve both in our communities and around the world.
10 to 19 employees
Staffing/Employment Agencies
401K, Employee Referral Program, Life Insurance
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